TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses vs XREAL Air 2
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL Air 2 is the better buy for most people at $51 less, unless you need the brighter display.
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- You need the brighter 600-nit display (vs 500 nits)
Buy the XREAL Air 2 if…
- You want to spend $51 less ($199 vs $250)
- You want the lighter 72g fit (vs 87g)
Verdict generated from the recorded spec differences shown in the table below — when a spec is missing for either product, it is left out rather than guessed.
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Specs Comparison
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| Specification |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |  XREAL Air 2 $199 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $250 | $199 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual Micro-OLED | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | — | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 500 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 215 | 330 |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support | Prescription lens inserts (frame in box; partners Lensology / Rochester Optical / Frame of Choice) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 87 | 72 |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||
| Operating system | None (plug-and-play external display) | iPhone (15+/USB-C), Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, consoles via Beam/adapters |
| Chipset | None (tethered display glasses) | None on-device (plain USB-C display; spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 0DoF | 3DoF |
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
Buy the XREAL Air 2
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TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses vs XREAL Air 2: FAQs
Which is newer: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL Air 2?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is newer, released February 2024, versus November 2023 for the XREAL Air 2.
Which is cheaper: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL Air 2?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250 and the XREAL Air 2 costs $199, making the XREAL Air 2 $51 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL Air 2?
The XREAL Air 2 is lighter at 72g. The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses weighs 87g and the XREAL Air 2 weighs 72g.
Which has the brighter display: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL Air 2?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is brighter at 600 nits (TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: 600 nits, XREAL Air 2: 500 nits).
What is the main difference between the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses and the XREAL Air 2?
Based on recorded specs, the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses leads on brightness (100 nits brighter) while the XREAL Air 2 leads on price ($51 cheaper).